Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage review 2026 (Machesney Park, IL)
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Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage, a Machesney Park, IL moving company, ranks #219 of 307 movers in Illinois, with a moveBuddha rating of 3.30/5.
100% of Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage's 3 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its quick moving process. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage measures up
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage ranks #219 out of 307 movers in Illinois with a moveBuddha Score of 3.30 out of 5.
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 3.30.
- Review quality
- 3.5
- Brand
- 3.0
- Website
- 3.0
- Customer service
- 3.0
- Industry experience
- 3.0
Is Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage moveBuddha Certified?
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage is not moveBuddha Certified. Certified movers are licensed carriers vetted by moveBuddha and spot-checked every quarter. They meet higher standards for insurance, pricing transparency, and customer care.
With a Certified mover, moveBuddha does the vetting for you and provides added protection. Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage hasn't gone through that certification process, so it's important to check licensing, insurance, estimates, and claims policies yourself before booking.
What movebuddha certified movers offer
- Up to $1,000 in added move coverage*. Extra protection for eligible moves.
- Vetted for licensing and insurance**. We verify state-required insurance for local movers and liability and cargo coverage for interstate movers.
- Dedicated moveBuddha support. Help through the move process.
- Dispute mediation. moveBuddha steps in if issues arise.
Before you book, check:
- USDOT and MC numbers. Look up the license and complaint history on FMCSA's site.
- Insurance coverage. Ask for proof of liability and cargo insurance.
- A written estimate. Binding or not-to-exceed, with every fee listed.
- The claims process. Ask how damage claims are filed and how long they take.
* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind. About moveBuddha Certified
** Local movers must hold insurance that meets state requirements for local moves. Interstate movers must carry auto liability of at least $750,000, general liability of at least $1M, and motor truck cargo coverage at or above $5,000 per vehicle and $10,000 per occurrence.
What do customers say about Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage?
Out of 3 verified reviews, 100% of customers left a positive review about Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage in Machesney Park, IL. 0% of reviews are negative. Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage has a 11% higher positive review percentage than the average Illinois moving company (100% vs the Illinois state average of 89%).
- Positive100%(3)
Based on 3 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
What customers like about Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage
Quick moving process
The team at Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage often gets the job done faster than expected, saving clients time.
Efficient service
Many customers praise Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.
Helpful movers
Movers were more than just muscle—they offered guidance and went above and beyond to assist customers.
What positive reviewers say
“Absolutely love the service and the guys were very helpful and very cautious of protecting my furniture and personal items. They moved things with quickness and accuracy, and I will definitely use them again in the future.”
Rockford PropertiesVerified ReviewerGoogle“Hiring movers is always stressful after hearing horror stories. But I had a great experience with Wanless. Showed up on time and were extremely quick. Held my stuff for a couple of nights and worked around my timeline.”
Shaun AndersonVerified ReviewerGoogle
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage
3.30Machesney Park, IL
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Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage
3.30
Machesney Park, IL
Save more than 30% on average
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What services does Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage offer?
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage handles local moves and long-distance moves from Machesney Park, IL, with services including packing and storage.
Services offered
Is Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage licensed and insured?
moveBuddha holds no federal licensing record for Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage in Machesney Park, IL. That is not the same as the company being unlicensed. Movers operating only within one state are licensed by that state rather than by the FMCSA.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.
- FMCSA safety rating
- Not ratedMost carriers are unrated. A rating is only assigned after a compliance review. It is not a failed one.
How much does Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage cost?
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in Illinois, you can expect to pay approximately $122/hr. Total local-move costs from similar movers typically run $400–$750 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $850–$1,750 for a 2-3 bedroom, and $1,700–$3,400 for a 4+ bedroom home. Long-distance (500-1,000 mi) 2-3 bedroom moves from similar movers typically run $4,500–$7,500.
What similar movers typically bill for a local move
Full-service Illinois moving companies similar to Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage typically bill the amounts below using a $122/hr rate for a 2-person crew and scaling up for larger homes that need more movers and hours.
| Home size | Typical total | Time and crew |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $400–$750 | 3–5 hours, 2 movers |
| 2-3 bedrooms | $850–$1,750 | 5–8 hours, 2–3 movers |
| 4+ bedrooms | $1,700–$3,400 | 8–12 hours, 3–4 movers |
What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage offers interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Illinois moving companies.
| Home size | Distance | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| 2-3 bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $4,500–$7,500 |
| 4+ bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $7,000–$11,500 |
What payment options and discounts does Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage offer?
- Accepts
- No credit cards
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage does not list any accepted payment methods on moveBuddha. Confirm how they take payment before moving day. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.
How Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage compares with other local movers
With a moveBuddha score of 3.30 out of 5, Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage trails the five top-rated movers near Machesney Park, 1.08 points behind College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving. Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage's score rests on 3 reviews, fewer than any of the five. Where Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage falls behind is quote accuracy, with the lowest quote accuracy score in the group.
The five highest-scoring nearby movers, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mighty Moving & StorageBartlett | 4.62 | 178 | 4.8 | 4.5 | A+ |
| 2 | MACS Moving & StorageGeneva | 4.52 | 575 | 5.0 | 4.4 | A+ |
| 3 | Dreiske Moving & StorageSpring Grove | 4.48 | 452 | 4.5 | 4.0 | A+ |
| 4 | Straightline Moving, Inc.Roscoe | 4.42 | 334 | 4.5 | 2.8 | — |
| 5 | College Hunks Hauling Junk & MovingMachesney Park | 4.38 | 374 | 4.7 | 2.5 | A+ |
| 6 | Wanless-Brothers Moving & StorageThis mover · ranks #6 | 3.30 | 3 | — | — | — |
How does Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage compare to other Illinois movers?
- moveBuddha score#219 of 307(worse than average)
3.30vs 3.70 avg
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage scores 3.30, below the Illinois average of 3.70, and ranks #219 of 307 Illinois movers.
- Positive reviews#14 of 307(better than average)
100%vs 89% avg
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage has 100% positive reviews, above the Illinois average of 89%, and ranks #14 of 307 Illinois movers.
- Negative reviews#32 of 307(better than average)
0%vs 11% avg
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage has 0% negative reviews, below the Illinois average of 11%, and ranks #32 of 307 Illinois movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#269 of 307(worse than average)
3vs 378 avg
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage has 3 reviews analyzed, below the Illinois average of 378, and ranks #269 of 307 Illinois movers.
| Metric | This moverWanless-Brothers Moving & Storage | Illinois avg | Illinois rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#219 of 307 in Illinois | 3.30 | 3.70 | #219 of 307 | −0.40(worse than average) |
| Positive reviews#14 of 307 in Illinois | 100% | 89% | #14 of 307 | +11 pts(better than average) |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#32 of 307 in Illinois | 0% | 11% | #32 of 307 | −11 pts(better than average) |
| Reviews analyzed#269 of 307 in Illinois | 3 | 378 | #269 of 307 | −375(worse than average) |
Compared with 307 Illinois movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Illinois.
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage
3.30Machesney Park, IL
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Save more than 30% on average
On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before they book. Get a quote from Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage, then see how it compares with other top-rated movers in Machesney Park.
Compare prices side by side
See where Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage lands against similar movers.
Vetted movers only
Licensing and reviews checked, just like this page.
Free, no obligation
Nothing is booked until you choose a mover.
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage
3.30
Machesney Park, IL
Final verdict: Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage earns a 3.30/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #219 among Illinois movers, with 100% positive feedback across 3 customer reviews.
Customers consistently praise its quick moving process and efficient service. It is best for customers prioritizing helpful crews, efficient moves, and reliable service experience.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage
3.30
Machesney Park, IL
Why moveBuddha?
- 30%+Average savings
On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before booking.
Calculate your Illinois moving cost - $1,000Added move coverage*
When you choose a moveBuddha Certified mover, you get $1,000 in added move coverage*, plus dedicated support throughout your move.
- 1-on-1Dispute mediation
If something goes wrong, moveBuddha provides dispute mediation with Certified movers to help resolve the issue and protect your move.
* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind.
Contact Wanless-Brothers Moving & Storage
- Phone
- (815) 963-8000
How we score moving companies
Every mover on moveBuddha is scored on the same six factors, weighted by how much each one changes a move.
- Quotes & payment optionsWeighs most
The heaviest factor, because price certainty is where moves go wrong. We reward estimates you can hold a mover to, and terms disclosed before you pay.
- Online reputationMajor factor
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- ServicesMajor factor
The range a mover can actually cover, scored across seven categories, with extra credit for the uncommon ones most companies hand off to a subcontractor.
- Customer supportSupporting factor
How easily you can reach a human, and how clearly the mover sets expectations before, during, and after the move. Verified against company documentation and direct outreach.
- Review feedbackSupporting factor
A company's share of positive customer feedback, converted straight to points, with no curve and no editorial adjustment.
- State availabilityMinor factor
The lightest factor, and deliberately so: wide coverage helps more readers reach a mover, but it says nothing about how good the move will be.
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Written by
Ryan CarriganCo-founder, moveBuddha
Ryan Carrigan is the co-founder of moveBuddha and a leading voice in the moving industry, helping hundreds of thousands of Americans make smarter, safer relocation decisions each year. With more than a decade of experience analyzing moving companies, pricing trends, and industry regulations, Ryan brings hands-on industry knowledge and data-driven insight to every guide and review. His research has been featured in Forbes, Consumer Reports, The New York Times, and NBC News.